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Recent Examples of upside
Mike Barner, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Performance Pressure While any investor who put money directly into one of SpaceX’s private funding rounds should see significant upside, the same can’t be guaranteed for investors in some convoluted special purpose vehicles, or SPVs.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
San Antonio Express-News, 6 June 2018
Then, astonishingly, in the open court, after a whistle blew, Heat guard Goran Dragic cuffed Simmons upside the head after Simmons stole the ball from him, and after Simmons already had been fouled by him.
—Marcus Hayes, Philly.com, 24 Apr. 2018
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Noun
Rushing and Montgomery are two young hitters with upside, while Lange can help those in need of saves.
—Mike Barner, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Performance Pressure While any investor who put money directly into one of SpaceX’s private funding rounds should see significant upside, the same can’t be guaranteed for investors in some convoluted special purpose vehicles, or SPVs.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Preposition
Louisville City slapped the New England Revolution upside the head 2-1.
—San Antonio Express-News, 6 June 2018
Then, astonishingly, in the open court, after a whistle blew, Heat guard Goran Dragic cuffed Simmons upside the head after Simmons stole the ball from him, and after Simmons already had been fouled by him.
—Marcus Hayes, Philly.com, 24 Apr. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upside
Noun
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The downside of this is reward prices can be criminally high.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
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This is the main downside to Monarch — there’s no permanent free tier.—
Nick Perry,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
Preposition
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An audience member who fled to the bathroom to vomit was swiftly set upon by an actor trying to incorporate them into a scene.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
30 May 2026
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Vietnamese airlines are planning to significantly reduce flights and scale back operations next month due to the high costs brought upon by the conflict, as well as potential jet fuel shortages.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Designed to blur the line between indoors and outdoors, the home is organized as a series of pavilions surrounding a massive central atrium with a reflecting pool, sculptural curves, and a distinctive grid-like roof supported by colossal columns.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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The rules are simple, the equipment is minimal and the learning curve is short enough that beginners can hold a rally within minutes.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Preposition
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The Grammy-winning rapper, 41, filed for divorce from his podcaster wife, 46, on May 18 after separating May 9, according to a divorce filing obtained and reviewed by the USA TODAY Network on June 15.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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This will be a way for the Vogue Business community to synthesize and reflect on the latest headlines and get a little inside scoop every Friday.—
Elektra Kotsoni,
Vogue,
19 June 2026
Noun
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As traditional radio was being upended by rapid technology shifts, Audacy filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2024, emerging a year later with reduced debt and a revitalized outlook.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
13 June 2026
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Every Tuesday, this new newsletter delivers clear-eyed, authoritative intelligence on the deals, decisions, policies, and power shifts shaping one of the world’s most consequential regions, written for the people who need to act on it.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
Preposition
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The 6-6 playmaker displayed his versatility on both ends, knocking down shots, creating for teammates and making an impact defensively against top competition from around the world.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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Ukraine has launched extensive drone attacks against Russian refineries and military facilities in recent months, with targets including naval facilities, oil depots and terminals.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
Noun
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In the fifth inning, Pasquantino grimaced in pain after a swing at the plate.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
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So just trying to shorten my swing up and put a good swing on it.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2026
Noun
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Carter and Oreana's budding romance hits a snag in episode 6 during a fishing trip that takes a surprisingly emotional turn.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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Vargas had an opposite-field double, and Tristan Peters had a two-run triple as the White Sox stacked quality at-bat after quality at-bat in the frame, and the fans roared with each turn at the plate.—
Andy Martinez,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026
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“Upside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upside. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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